03-09-2016, 12:00 AM
Oh, I didn't realize you've never mediated. In that case, consider doing guided meditations. YouTube has tons of free guided meditations under five minutes. Guided meditations are easier for an occupied mind. Going from occupied mind to empty meditation is a leap. It's easier to make that transition with guided meditations so that you learn how to first hold attention on an idea, before holding attention to nothing. If that makes sense.
Yeah, moving the duration to longer periods is the direction this should follow. Speaking of cues, burning incense or even a scented candle can help you. A small ritual (like burning incense or candles) can help you fall into the mindset more quickly, if done regularly. Humans are trainable creatures. It's good you're taking advantage of that.
Yeah, moving the duration to longer periods is the direction this should follow. Speaking of cues, burning incense or even a scented candle can help you. A small ritual (like burning incense or candles) can help you fall into the mindset more quickly, if done regularly. Humans are trainable creatures. It's good you're taking advantage of that.